mediterranean · 0 min · serves 4

Spanish fig & almond balls

Ingredients

• 100g almonds
• 500g fig
• 85g dried apricots
• 50g dried apricots
• 1 tbsp brandy
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp clove
• 100g sesame seed

Method

1. step 1
2. Whizz the almonds in a food processor until most are finely chopped, then tip into a large bowl. Roughly chop the figs, then whizz to a smooth sticky paste. Scrape onto the almonds then, using your hands, mix together well with the dried fruit, brandy, honey and cloves.
3. step 2
4. Divide the mixture into 6 and roll into balls. Tip the sesame seeds onto a tray, then roll the balls in them until covered. Cover the tray loosely with a clean tea towel, then leave the fig balls to dry for a week before packaging. Will keep in a cool place for 2 months.